Outstanding Public Service Award
This award recognizes exceptional public contributions to archaeology and heritage preservation, honoring impactful outreach, advocacy, and protection efforts without providing monetary funding.
Funder: Archaeological Institute of America
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (Nomination materials deadline)
Funding Amounts: No monetary funding; recognition award only. Presented annually, but not guaranteed every year.
Summary: Honors individuals or organizations for exceptional public contributions to archaeology and preservation of archaeological heritage.
Description
This award recognizes outstanding contributions that promote public understanding, interest, and support for archaeology and the preservation of the archaeological record. Honorees may include individuals, organizations, or institutions whose efforts have significantly advanced the protection, appreciation, and dissemination of archaeological knowledge and heritage. Contributions may involve public outreach, education, advocacy, legal action, international collaboration, or combating the illicit antiquities trade. The award is strictly honorary and celebrates achievements with lasting local or global impact on the preservation and public appreciation of archaeological heritage.
